General Rules & Regulations

Competitors may enter any class in which they are eligible. HOWEVER, THE BOARD PREFERS THAT STUDENTS ENTER AT OR ABOVE THEIR CURRENT LEVEL OF STUDY. The same entry form will be used for all classes entered. In classes with an age limit, ages are based as of January 1, 2019.

Unless otherwise stated, selections MUST be memorized. If music is referred to during the performance, adjudication will be given but NO MARK will be awarded.

Repeats are to be omitted unless otherwise specified, with the exception of a “Da Capo” ending.

For any OWN CHOICE class, the competitor must provide an ORIGINAL COPY of the selection for the Adjudicator’s use. This selection must be delivered to the Secretary prior to the beginning of the class and recovered immediately afterward.

Music from the Internet, with proof of purchase, may be used. The Programming Secretary MUST approve these selections no later than April 15th, 2019.Non-compliance will result in disqualification. Selections for Individual Verse Speaking and Choral SpeakingWILL NOT be accepted from the Internet.

The estimated length of performance of “Own Choice” selections MUST be on the Entry Form.

Any piece of music performed in one (1) class MAY NOT be used in any other class.

PAGE TURNERS will be permitted for duets and trios.

At the discretion of the Festival Committee, classes deemed too large may be split. Participant placement in each of the resulting smaller classes is strictly by random selection.

Competitors must perform on designated days and times. P.C.F.A. reserves the right to expand the competition as well as change the competition site.

All candidates must be prepared to announce the piece of music that they intend to perform in a clear and audible voice. The student must also name the composer of the work to be performed.

Proper etiquette of bowing after a performance is essential. The candidate needs to practice the art of bowing in order to maintain proper composure and balance and in order to be able to be comfortable with this procedure. It helps to focus the mind, relax the breathing, and is the proper way to thank the audience for listening.

All competitors should be present fifteen (15) minutes before the scheduled class time.

No video recorders, cameras or tape recorders are allowed in the performance area (exception: school classes). Please turn off cell phones and pagers.

Entry Fees are non refundable. If unable to attend, please notify the Programming Secretary, Linda Caldwell, at 905-834-7418 or e-mail:progsecretary@pcfa.ca. All cheques/money orders should be made payable in CANADIAN FUNDS ONLY (CAD ONLY) to: PORT COLBORNE FESTIVAL OF THE ARTS.

Your confirmation of registration will be sent no later than March 15th, 2019. If not received,please contact Linda Caldwell by phone or e-mail.